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Deals on Last Minute Stocking Stuffers

Christmas is just a few days away. Have you finished all your shopping? There will always be some people who choose to wait until “the last minute” before heading to the stores. Many of the rest of us will be looking for just a few more stocking stuffers to add to the gifts that have already been purchased. Here are some excellent deals on last minute stocking stuffers. Staples has a printable coupon that will save you 50% off all Crayola products. This coupon is valid through December 24, 2011. What little kid wouldn’t love a fresh, new, box of … Continue reading →

Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Pregnant Woman in Your Life

This is probably the first year in my life that I have been finished with my Christmas shopping before Christmas Eve. It’s a miracle and I attribute it to the wonder of online shopping. I just checked the tracking and my last gift will arrive on Friday, just in time to wrap it! I never had to leave my house. My husband will probably go out tonight or tomorrow and buy all of the stocking stuffers. I can’t believe Christmas is just days away! If you’re not done with your shopping, here’s your cue to freak out. Please do not … Continue reading →

More Stocking Stuffers Ideas for Your Favorite Shutterbug

My family’s stocking stuffer rules are simple: All gifts must be less than $20 and they must fit into the stocking. These stipulations can be a pain sometimes, especially when your husband has his eye on an expensive Dremel (it meets the size requirement, but not the budget) or your wife desperately wants a Dyson for Christmas. However, if your loved one is an avid photographer, there are many compact-sized, budget-friendly items available that make wonderful stocking stuffers, including: CAMERA BAG Camera bags come in all shapes and sizes, but I prefer using the compact ones for everyday shooting. A … Continue reading →

Stocking Stuffers for Your Favorite Shutterbug

No, lottery tickets aren’t on the list. The following Christmas stocking stuffer ideas are sure to please your favorite photographers, regardless of their skill level. In addition, they will also please your bank account, given that they don’t include purchasing a new (see: expensive) camera. MEMORY CARDS I’m horrible at erasing shots taken on memory cards. As a result, I am constantly running out of space, and often end up frantically searching for a spare card at the most inopportune times. Digital camera owners can always use a few extra memory cards. Fortunately, they don’t cost nearly as much as … Continue reading →

Last Minute Stocking Stuffers

Believe it or not, you can find stocking stuffers almost anywhere, so don’t fret if you still need a few things. Even if you don’t want to brave the department stores, you can still find lots of stuff. Dollar stores and discount centers are always great places for finding stocking stuffers. Look for things like day planners, journals, jumbo packs of gum, trial size after-shave and body spray, travel size games, dominoes, yoyos, small balls, stuffed animals, and small puzzles. There are lots of other choices as well from earphones for that new CD player, CD travel cases, and inexpensive … Continue reading →

Last Minute Frugal Gift Ideas (2)

Still trying to find that perfect last minute gift for someone on your shopping list? Or perhaps you found yourself the recipient of an unexpected gift from a friend, neighbor or co-worker. The frugal side of me says we don’t have to get a gift for every person that buys for us, especially if we wouldn’t normally exchange with that person. However, the practical side of me tells me that I love to give gifts and that I would feel horribly guilty at not getting them at least something. Here are a few more ideas to keep you from stressing … Continue reading →

Last Minute Frugal Gift Ideas (1)

Have you ever waited until the last minute to do your shopping for someone or even for most of the people on your shopping list? Well, it happens to the best of us even when we don’t mean for it to. There are some very easy ways to avoid this happening, by stocking up throughout the year so that you have nice things on hand to give when you receive an unexpected gift or your put it off until the last minute. But not all of us plan ahead or remember to purchase things on clearance throughout the year. For … Continue reading →

Need Last Minute Gifts for Your Kids? Stop By Your Local Pharmacy

If you still have last minute shopping to do, maybe some stocking stuffers for your kids, but you don’t want to fight the crowds at the mall or Wal-mart, I have the perfect place for you–your local pharmacy. Yes, that’s right your local pharmacy. Not only can you pick up some nice inexpensive gifts but you won’t have to stand in long lines to pay for your purchase. Leaving you more time to trim your tree, bake some holiday cookies or just relax. Before there was a Super Wal-mart or Target , there was Walgreens. I had almost forgotten how … Continue reading →

It’s Christmas!

The countdown to Christmas is on and parents the world over are feeling the heat. With Santa coming to town in just a few days, St. Nick’s mom and dad helpers are scurrying to prepare for his arrival.  Around here that means stocking up on stocking stuffers. One seasonal surprise my 8-year-old will be waking up to on December 25th is a delightful book filled with festive poems. It’s Christmas is a collection of whimsical prose that are silly, sweet and perfect for the season. Author Jack Prelutsky does a phenomenal job of making merry with his hilarious takes on … Continue reading →

Sticking To Your Holiday Budget

As we head down the final stretch to Christmas Day, stores are pulling out all the stops to lure in last-minute shoppers with sensational seasonal sales. If you have gotten this far sticking to your holiday budget, don’t be tempted by these late season offers. Often, they don’t save you as much money as you’d think. Procrastinators on a budget should stray from big-box retailers during the final days leading up to Christmas. To preserve your budget, head over to the local Dollar Store for economical gift ideas. For example, if you are looking for a last-minute present for your … Continue reading →